Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 767-300 and -400ER Series Airplanes, 17598-17600 [05-6689]

Download as PDF 17598 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 66 / Thursday, April 7, 2005 / Rules and Regulations Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, ‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings We have determined that this AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866; (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and (3) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to comply with this AD. See the ADDRESSES section for a location to examine the regulatory evaluation. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: I PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: I Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 39.13 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): I 2005–07–12 Boeing: Amendment 39–14036. Docket No. FAA–2004–18997; Directorate Identifier 2004–NM–19–AD. VerDate jul<14>2003 20:15 Apr 06, 2005 Jkt 205001 Effective Date (a) This AD becomes effective May 12, 2005. Affected ADs (b) None. Applicability (c) This AD applies to Boeing Model 737– 100, –200, –200C, –300, –400, and –500 series airplanes; certificated in any category; as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1241, dated June 13, 2002. Unsafe Condition (d) This AD was prompted by reports of fatigue cracks in the web of the body station 291.5 frame near the forward galley door. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct fatigue cracking of the aft frame and frame support structure of the forward galley door, which could result in a severed fuselage frame web, rapid decompression of the airplane, and possible loss of the forward galley door. Compliance (e) You are responsible for having the actions required by this AD performed within the compliance times specified, unless the actions have already been done. Initial and Repetitive Inspections (f) Prior to the accumulation of 40,000 total flight cycles, or within 2,250 flight cycles after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later: Do a detailed inspection and an eddy current inspection to detect cracking of the frame web around the cutout for the doorstop intercostal strap at the aft side of the body station 291.5 frame at stringer 16R, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1241, dated June 13, 2002. If no cracking is found, repeat the inspections thereafter at intervals not to exceed 4,500 flight cycles. Note 1: For the purposes of this AD, a detailed inspection is: ‘‘An intensive examination of a specific item, installation, or assembly to detect damage, failure, or irregularity. Available lighting is normally supplemented with a direct source of good lighting at an intensity deemed appropriate. Inspection aids such as mirror, magnifying lenses, etc., may be necessary. Surface cleaning and elaborate procedures may be required.’’ Corrective Action (g) If any crack is found during any inspection required by this AD, and the bulletin specifies to contact Boeing for appropriate action: Before further flight, repair the crack according to a method approved by the Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), FAA; or according to data meeting the certification basis of the airplane approved by an Authorized Representative (AR) for the Boeing Delegation Option Authorization (DOA) Organization who has been authorized by the Manager, Seattle ACO, to make those findings. For a repair method to be approved, the approval must specifically reference this AD. PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (h)(1) The Manager, Seattle ACO, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested in accordance with the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. (2) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used for any inspection required by this AD, if it is approved by an AR for the Boeing DOA who has been authorized by the Manager, Seattle ACO, to make those findings. For an inspection method to be approved, the approval must specifically refer to this AD. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1241, dated June 13, 2002, to perform the actions that are required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of this document in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To get copies of the service information, go to Boeing Commercial Airplanes, P.O. Box 3707, Seattle, Washington 98124–2207. To view the AD docket, go to the Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW., room PL–401, Nassif Building, Washington, DC. To review copies of the service information, go to the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at the NARA, call (202) 741– 6030, or go to https://www.archives.gov/ federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ ibr_locations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on March 25, 2005. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 05–6688 Filed 4–6–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2004–19989; Directorate Identifier 2004–NM–151–AD; Amendment 39–14037; AD 2005–07–13] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 767–300 and –400ER Series Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Boeing Model 767–300 and –400ER series airplanes. This AD requires replacing the in-flight entertainment cooling card, located in the P50 card file E:\FR\FM\07APR1.SGM 07APR1 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 66 / Thursday, April 7, 2005 / Rules and Regulations in the main equipment center, with a new, improved cooling card. This AD is prompted by a report of an improperly designed component on the in-flight entertainment (IFE) cooling card, which may cause the IFE cooling system to incorrectly interpret signals from airplane system interfaces. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of the IFE cooling card to configure itself correctly in response to input signals from airplane system interfaces during a forward cargo fire, which could result in the IFE cooling fan causing smoke to penetrate occupied areas of the airplane. DATES This AD becomes effective May 12, 2005. The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the AD is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of May 12, 2005. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, P.O. Box 3707, Seattle, Washington 98124–2207. Docket: The AD docket contains the proposed AD, comments, and any final 17599 disposition. You can examine the AD docket on the Internet at https:// dms.dot.gov, or in person at the Docket Management Facility office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The Docket Management Facility Office (telephone (800) 647–5227) is located on the plaza level of the Nassif Building at the U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., room PL–401, Washington, DC. This docket number is FAA–2004–19989; the directorate identifier for this docket is 2004–NM– 151–AD. action, published in the Federal Register on January 5, 2005 (70 FR 725), proposed to require replacing the inflight entertainment cooling card, located in the P50 card file in the main equipment center, with a new, improved cooling card. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Clint Jones, Aerospace Engineer, Cabin Safety and Environmental Systems Branch, ANM–150S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98055–4056; telephone (425) 917–6471; fax (425) 917–6590. Conclusion The FAA proposed to amend 14 CFR Part 39 with an AD for certain Boeing Model 767– 300 and –400ER series airplanes. That SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments We provided the public the opportunity to participate in the development of this AD. No comments have been submitted on the proposed AD or on the determination of the cost to the public. We have carefully reviewed the available data and determined that air safety any the public interest require adopting the AD as proposed. Costs of Compliance There are about 32 airplanes of the affected design in the worldwide fleet. The following table provides the estimated costs for U.S. operators to comply with this AD. ESTIMATED COSTS Action Work hours Average labor rate per hour Parts Cost per airplane Number of U.S.registered airplanes Fleet cost Replacement ............................................................................ 1 $65 $9,500 $9,565 16 $153,040 Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA’s authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, Aviation programs, describes in more detail the scope of the Agency’s authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, ‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings We have determined that this AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on VerDate jul<14>2003 20:15 Apr 06, 2005 Jkt 205001 the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD; (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866; (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and (3) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to comply with this AD. See the ADDRESSES section for a location to examine the regulatory evaluation. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air Transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Adoption of the amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, I PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: I Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 3913 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): I 2005–07–13 Boeing: Amendment 39–14037. Docket No. FAA–2004–19989; Directorate Identifier 2004–NM–151–AD. Effective Date (a) This AD becomes effective May 12, 2005. Affected ADs (b) None. Applicability (c) This AD applies to Boeing Model 767– 300 series airplanes as listed in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 767–21– 0188, dated May 27, 2004; and Boeing Model 767–400ER series airplanes, as listed in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin E:\FR\FM\07APR1.SGM 07APR1 17600 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 66 / Thursday, April 7, 2005 / Rules and Regulations 767–21–0189, dated May 27, 2004; certificated in any category. Unsafe Condition (d) This AD was prompted by a report of an improperly designed component on the in-flight entertainment (IFE) cooling card, which may cause the IFE cooling system to incorrectly interpret signals from airplane system interfaces. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of the IFE cooling cared to configure correctly in response to input signals from airplane system interfaces during a forward cargo fire, which could result in the IFE cooling fan causing smoke to penetrate occupied areas of the airplane. Compliance (e) You are responsible for having the actions required by this AD performed within the compliance times specified, unless the actions have already been done. Replacement of IFE Cooling Card (f) Within 18 months after the effective date of this AD: Replace the IFE cooling card, part number (P/N) 285T1198–101, located in the P50 card file in the main equipment center, with a new, improved cooling card, P/N 285T1198–102. Do the replacement by accomplishing all of the actions specified in the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 767–21– 0189 (for Boeing Model 767–400ER series airplanes); or 767–21–0189 (for Boeing Model 767–400ER series airplanes); both dated May 27, 2004; as applicable. Where the service bulletins state that the replacement may be done using an ‘‘operator’s equivalent procedure,’’ the replacement must be done according to the procedures in the chapter/ subject of the applicable Boeing 767 Airplane Maintenance Manual specified in the service bulletins. Parts Installation (g) As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install an IFE cooling card, P/N 285T1198–101, on any airplane. Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (h) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this Ad, if requested in accordance with the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 767–21–0188, dated May 27, 2004; or Boeing Special Attention Service bulletin 767–21–0189, dated May 27, 2004; as applicable, to perform the actions that are required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of these documents in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. For copies of the service information, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, P.O. Box 3707, Seattle, Washington 98124–2207. You may view the AD docket at the Docket management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW., room PL–401, Nassif Building, Washington, DC. To review copies of the service VerDate jul<14>2003 20:15 Apr 06, 2005 Jkt 205001 information, go to the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call (202) 741–6030, or go to: https://www.archieves.gov/federal register/ code_of_federal_regulations/ ibr_locations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on March 25, 2005. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 05–6689 Filed 4–6–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–M DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2004–19003; Directorate Identifier 2003–NM–245–AD; Amendment 39–14044; AD 2005–07–19] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737–100, –200C, –300, –400, and –500 Series Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Boeing Model 737–100, –200, –200C, –300, –400, and –500 series airplanes. This AD requires repetitive inspections for cracks in the fuselage skin, doubler, bearstrap, and frames surrounding the main, forward, and aft cargo doors; and repair of any cracking. This AD also requires inspections of certain existing repairs for cracking, and related corrective action if cracking is found. This AD is prompted by reports of multiple fatigue cracks in the fuselage skin and bonded skin doubler, bearstrap, and doorway frames surrounding the forward and aft cargo doors. We are issuing this AD to find and fix fatigue cracking in the fuselage skin, doubler, bearstrap, and frames, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the frames, possible loss of a cargo door, and consequent rapid decompression of the fuselage. DATES: This AD becomes effective May 12, 2005. The incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of May 12, 2005. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, P.O. Box 3707, Seattle, Washington 98124–2207. You PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 can examine this information at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call (202) 741–6030, or go to: https://www.archives.gov/ federal_register/ code_of_federal_regulations/ ibr_locations.html. Docket: The AD docket contains the proposed AD, comments, and any final disposition. You can examine the AD docket on the Internet at https:// dms.dot.gov, or in person at the Docket Management Facility office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The Docket Management Facility office (telephone (800) 647–5227) is located on the plaza level of the Nassif Building at the U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., room PL–401, Washington, DC. This docket number is FAA–2004–19003; the directorate identifier for this docket is 2003–NM– 245–AD. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Howard Hall, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM–120S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98055–4056; telephone (425) 917–6430; fax (425) 917–6590. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The FAA proposed to amend 14 CFR Part 39 with an AD for all Boeing Model 737–100, –200, –200C, –300, –400, and –500 series airplanes. That action, published in the Federal Register on September 7, 2004 (69 FR 54058), proposed to require repetitive inspections for cracks in the fuselage skin, doubler, bearstrap, and frames surrounding the main, forward, and aft cargo doors; and repair of any cracking. That action also proposed to require inspections of certain existing repairs for cracking, and related corrective action if cracking is found. Comments We provided the public the opportunity to participate in the development of this AD. We have considered the comments that have been submitted on the proposed AD. Supportive Comment One commenter states that the proposed AD will affect only its 737– 200C and –400 fleets, and adds that the proposed detailed inspections and compliance intervals will allow compliance at heavy check maintenance visits. The commenter stipulates that these requirements are acceptable provided there are adequate replacement parts available if discrepancies are found. E:\FR\FM\07APR1.SGM 07APR1

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[Federal Register Volume 70, Number 66 (Thursday, April 7, 2005)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 17598-17600]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 05-6689]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2004-19989; Directorate Identifier 2004-NM-151-AD; 
Amendment 39-14037; AD 2005-07-13]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 767-300 and -400ER Series 
Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of 
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for 
certain Boeing Model 767-300 and -400ER series airplanes. This AD 
requires replacing the in-flight entertainment cooling card, located in 
the P50 card file

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in the main equipment center, with a new, improved cooling card. This 
AD is prompted by a report of an improperly designed component on the 
in-flight entertainment (IFE) cooling card, which may cause the IFE 
cooling system to incorrectly interpret signals from airplane system 
interfaces. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of the IFE 
cooling card to configure itself correctly in response to input signals 
from airplane system interfaces during a forward cargo fire, which 
could result in the IFE cooling fan causing smoke to penetrate occupied 
areas of the airplane.

DATES This AD becomes effective May 12, 2005.
    The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in 
the AD is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of May 
12, 2005.

ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this AD, contact 
Boeing Commercial Airplanes, P.O. Box 3707, Seattle, Washington 98124-
2207.
    Docket: The AD docket contains the proposed AD, comments, and any 
final disposition. You can examine the AD docket on the Internet at 
https://dms.dot.gov, or in person at the Docket Management Facility 
office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal 
holidays. The Docket Management Facility Office (telephone (800) 647-
5227) is located on the plaza level of the Nassif Building at the U.S. 
Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., room PL-401, 
Washington, DC. This docket number is FAA-2004-19989; the directorate 
identifier for this docket is 2004-NM-151-AD.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Clint Jones, Aerospace Engineer, Cabin 
Safety and Environmental Systems Branch, ANM-150S, FAA, Seattle 
Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, 
Washington 98055-4056; telephone (425) 917-6471; fax (425) 917-6590.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The FAA proposed to amend 14 CFR Part 39 
with an AD for certain Boeing Model 767-300 and -400ER series 
airplanes. That action, published in the Federal Register on January 5, 
2005 (70 FR 725), proposed to require replacing the in-flight 
entertainment cooling card, located in the P50 card file in the main 
equipment center, with a new, improved cooling card.

Comments

    We provided the public the opportunity to participate in the 
development of this AD. No comments have been submitted on the proposed 
AD or on the determination of the cost to the public.

Conclusion

    We have carefully reviewed the available data and determined that 
air safety any the public interest require adopting the AD as proposed.

Costs of Compliance

    There are about 32 airplanes of the affected design in the 
worldwide fleet. The following table provides the estimated costs for 
U.S. operators to comply with this AD.

                                                 Estimated Costs
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                                                                                        Number of
                                    Work       Average                    Cost per        U.S.-
             Action                 hours    labor rate       Parts       airplane     registered    Fleet cost
                                              per hour                                  airplanes
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Replacement.....................        1           $65        $9,500        $9,565            16      $153,040
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Authority for This Rulemaking

    Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to 
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Section 106, describes the 
authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, Aviation programs, 
describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority.
    We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in 
Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, ``General 
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with 
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing 
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator 
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within 
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition 
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this 
rulemaking action.

Regulatory Findings

    We have determined that this AD will not have federalism 
implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a 
substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between 
the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power 
and responsibilities among the various levels of government.
    For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD;
    (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive 
Order 12866;
    (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under DOT Regulatory Policies and 
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and
    (3) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or 
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria 
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
    We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to 
comply with this AD. See the ADDRESSES section for a location to 
examine the regulatory evaluation.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

    Air Transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by 
reference, Safety.

Adoption of the amendment

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Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, 
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

0
1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.


Sec.  3913  [Amended]

0
2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness 
directive (AD):

2005-07-13 Boeing: Amendment 39-14037. Docket No. FAA-2004-19989; 
Directorate Identifier 2004-NM-151-AD.

Effective Date

    (a) This AD becomes effective May 12, 2005.

Affected ADs

    (b) None.

Applicability

    (c) This AD applies to Boeing Model 767-300 series airplanes as 
listed in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 767-21-0188, 
dated May 27, 2004; and Boeing Model 767-400ER series airplanes, as 
listed in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin

[[Page 17600]]

767-21-0189, dated May 27, 2004; certificated in any category.

Unsafe Condition

    (d) This AD was prompted by a report of an improperly designed 
component on the in-flight entertainment (IFE) cooling card, which 
may cause the IFE cooling system to incorrectly interpret signals 
from airplane system interfaces. We are issuing this AD to prevent 
failure of the IFE cooling cared to configure correctly in response 
to input signals from airplane system interfaces during a forward 
cargo fire, which could result in the IFE cooling fan causing smoke 
to penetrate occupied areas of the airplane.

Compliance

    (e) You are responsible for having the actions required by this 
AD performed within the compliance times specified, unless the 
actions have already been done.

Replacement of IFE Cooling Card

    (f) Within 18 months after the effective date of this AD: 
Replace the IFE cooling card, part number (P/N) 285T1198-101, 
located in the P50 card file in the main equipment center, with a 
new, improved cooling card, P/N 285T1198-102. Do the replacement by 
accomplishing all of the actions specified in the Accomplishment 
Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 767-21-
0189 (for Boeing Model 767-400ER series airplanes); or 767-21-0189 
(for Boeing Model 767-400ER series airplanes); both dated May 27, 
2004; as applicable. Where the service bulletins state that the 
replacement may be done using an ``operator's equivalent 
procedure,'' the replacement must be done according to the 
procedures in the chapter/subject of the applicable Boeing 767 
Airplane Maintenance Manual specified in the service bulletins.

Parts Installation

    (g) As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install 
an IFE cooling card, P/N 285T1198-101, on any airplane.

Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

    (h) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, has 
the authority to approve AMOCs for this Ad, if requested in 
accordance with the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19.

Material Incorporated by Reference

    (i) You must use Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 767-
21-0188, dated May 27, 2004; or Boeing Special Attention Service 
bulletin 767-21-0189, dated May 27, 2004; as applicable, to perform 
the actions that are required by this AD, unless the AD specifies 
otherwise. The Director of the Federal Register approves the 
incorporation by reference of these documents in accordance with 5 
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. For copies of the service 
information, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, P.O. Box 3707, 
Seattle, Washington 98124-2207. You may view the AD docket at the 
Docket management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 
Seventh Street SW., room PL-401, Nassif Building, Washington, DC. To 
review copies of the service information, go to the National 
Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the 
availability of this material at NARA, call (202) 741-6030, or go 
to: https://www.archieves.gov /federal register /code--of--federal--
regulations/ ibr--locations.html.

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on March 25, 2005.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
[FR Doc. 05-6689 Filed 4-6-05; 8:45 am]
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